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Stoke City vs Preston Prediction, Odds & Betting Tips - 31-10-2026
Oct 3112:30
Match Prediction
Expected score: Stoke City 2-0 Preston
Stoke CityDrawPreston
Over 2.5 goalsYes (59%)
Stoke City host Preston at the Bet365 Stadium in Championship Regular Season Round 13, with the hosts looking to extend their strong recent form against a struggling away side. Stoke sit ninth with 20 points from 12 games, while Preston occupy 24th place with just 5 points and a record of one win from their opening dozen matches.
Team form
Stoke City
Stoke have won four of their last five Championship outings, scoring 10 goals and conceding only 3 over that run. They beat Sheffield United 2-1 at home on 19 September and followed that with an away victory at Watford. Their season average stands at 1.50 goals scored and 1.33 conceded per game, indicating a side that combines attacking threat with reasonable defensive stability. Mark Robins' 3-4-3 formation has proven effective, with the midfield providing width and support for a capable front three.
Preston
Preston's campaign has been dire. They have won just once in 12 games and lost four of their last five, conceding 10 goals across that stretch. Their season average of 0.83 goals scored and 2.08 conceded per game reflects a team struggling at both ends. The sole bright spot came on 5 September when they beat Blackburn 2-1 at home, but they have since lost to Bristol City, Charlton, Wolves and Bolton. Paul Heckingbottom's 4-4-2 setup has offered little protection, and the away record in particular suggests vulnerability when travelling.
Head-to-head
Stoke hold the upper hand in recent meetings. They won 2-0 away at Preston in October 2022 and claimed a 1-0 victory in September 2020, also away from home. The sides drew 1-1 in September 2021, and Preston's last win came in August 2019 when they won 3-1 at home. That 2-2 draw in August 2018 is the only other recent meeting. Stoke's record in this fixture leans clearly in their favour.
Key factors
Stoke's attacking momentum and defensive solidity contrast sharply with Preston's fragility. The hosts have scored 18 goals this season against 16 conceded, while Preston have managed only 10 goals and shipped 25. Stoke's possession-based approach — they held 62% against Sheffield United — should allow them to control the tempo. Preston's low possession average of 33% in their last outing suggests they will be forced to defend deep and look for counter-chances, a reactive approach that has not yielded results. The home advantage at the Bet365 Stadium adds to Stoke's credentials.
Prediction
The gap in league position, recent form and underlying metrics all point decisively toward a Stoke victory. Preston arrive in poor form and with a defensive record that invites pressure. Stoke's attacking players have been sharp, and the midfield can dominate possession. While Preston showed some attacking intent in their win over Blackburn, they have conceded multiple goals in most recent outings and lack the defensive discipline to contain Stoke's threats. The hosts should create the clearer chances and convert at least one or two of them.
Stoke City are strong favourites to win this match. Back the home victory with confidence.
Match info
Tournaments:
Championship(Regular Season - 13)
Referee:
Adam Herczeg
Stadium
bet365 Stadium, Stoke-On-Trent
Statistics
Odds Comparison
Recent Form
Stoke City
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Preston
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Injuries & Suspensions
Lineups
Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Middlesbrough | 12 | 7 | 4 | 1 | 25 |
| 2 |  Swansea | 12 | 7 | 2 | 3 | 23 |
| 3 |  West Ham | 12 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 22 |
| 4 |  Wolves | 12 | 6 | 3 | 3 | 21 |
| 5 |  West Brom | 12 | 6 | 3 | 3 | 21 |
| 6 |  Southampton | 12 | 7 | 3 | 2 | 20 |
| 7 |  Birmingham | 12 | 5 | 5 | 2 | 20 |
| 8 |  QPR | 12 | 5 | 5 | 2 | 20 |
| 9 |  Stoke City | 12 | 6 | 2 | 4 | 20 |
| 10 |  Blackburn | 12 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 18 |
| 11 |  Portsmouth | 12 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 18 |
| 12 |  Sheffield Utd | 12 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 16 |
| 13 |  Millwall | 12 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 15 |
| 14 |  Bristol City | 12 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 15 |
| 15 |  Lincoln | 12 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 15 |
| 16 |  Cardiff | 12 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 14 |
| 17 |  Wrexham | 12 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 14 |
| 18 |  Bolton | 12 | 4 | 2 | 6 | 14 |
| 19 |  Charlton | 12 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 14 |
| 20 |  Norwich | 12 | 4 | 0 | 8 | 12 |
| 21 |  Watford | 12 | 3 | 2 | 7 | 11 |
| 22 |  Burnley | 12 | 1 | 5 | 6 | 8 |
| 23 |  Derby | 12 | 1 | 4 | 7 | 7 |
| 24 |  Preston | 12 | 1 | 2 | 9 | 5 |
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